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bathing

n. uncountable
A2 Elementary US //ˈbeɪðɪŋ// UK //bˈeɪðɪŋ// bathing

n. the activity of washing your body or swimming for pleasure. You use this word when talking about being in water, whether in a tub or at the beach.

n. the act of washing the body or immersing oneself in water for cleanliness or recreation. Often used in British English to refer to swimming in the sea or a pool.


SIMPLE

The children enjoy bathing in the shallow pool.

CONTEXTUAL

The coastal town became a popular destination for sea bathing during the Victorian era.

COMPLEX

Forest bathing is a modern practice that encourages people to spend quiet time in nature to reduce stress and improve mental well-being.

Synonyms
Etymology 1

From Middle English bathynge; equivalent to bathe + -ing.

Etymology 2

From bath.

Usage

Often functions as a gerund; frequently paired with 'sea' or 'forest' to describe specific recreational activities.

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